Cable East Inc. · 14 hours ago
Special Projects & Rural Broadband Fiber Manager
Statham, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expCable East Inc. is a company focused on expanding rural broadband services. They are seeking a Special Projects & Rural Broadband Fiber Manager who will oversee fiber splicing operations and manage the planning, execution, and delivery of fiber-optic construction projects while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and customer specifications.
Customer ServiceTelecommunicationsWired Telecommunications
Responsibilities
Plan, schedule, and oversee splicing operations across multiple special project and rural broadband builds from design through close-out. Serve as the escalation point for complex splicing or project challenges
Develop and manage staffing plans, resource allocation, and project schedules to meet customer and company requirements
Monitor budgets and expenses, track variances, and implement corrective measures when necessary
Lead continuous improvement initiatives for splicing processes, tools, and training
Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to customer specifications
Provide leadership and direction to special project and rural broadband crews and subcontractors, providing direction, training, and performance oversight
Promote a culture of Safety First and ensure adherence to Company, customer, local, state, and federal safety regulations
Develop, mentor, and evaluate supervisors and other direct reports to ensure workforce readiness and professional growth
This leadership role is expected to champion and support all Company policies, procedures, and Values, while holding employees accountable to them
Collaborate with engineering, construction, and customer leadership teams to align goals and resolve issues
Foster professional communication with customers, project managers, and internal leadership regarding status, risks, and project needs
Serve as the primary point of contact for special project customers, maintaining professional communication and resolving escalated issues
Review and approve splicing documentation, testing results, and project records for accuracy and compliance
Prepare and present progress reports, performance metrics, and strategic updates to senior leadership
Utilize project tracking tools and documentation systems to report progress and issues
Perform other duties as assigned
Manage fiber builds in remote and underserved areas, addressing unique challenges such as terrain, permitting delays, and limited infrastructure
Coordinate with local governments, utilities, co‑ops, and community stakeholders to secure easements, ROW access, and construction approvals
Ensure adherence to federal and state broadband program requirements (e.g., BEAD, RDOF, USDA ReConnect)
Qualification
Required
Completion of a High School Diploma or attainment of a General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D)
Valid Class C License (CDL) license with no restrictions and a clean driving record
7+ years of experience in fiber or coax splicing, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role
Deep knowledge of coax and fiber splicing techniques, closures, documentation, and testing standards
Experience managing large splicing teams across multiple projects
Strong understanding of rural broadband builds and special project customer requirements
Proficiency with splicing test equipment (OTDR, Power Meter/Light Source, VFL, etc.) and digital reporting systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project tracking tools
Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation, fiber prints, and splicing records
Applicants must be able to wear personal protective equipment (“PPE”) when on job sites or other locations as directed
Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 50 pounds without an accommodation
Ability to stand, walk, and work in warehouse, yard and outdoors jobsites for up to a 12-hour shift
Ability to climb ladders, telephone poles and work at heights when providing directed training
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Professional communicator, able to manage relationships with both internal leadership and external customers
Flexible and adaptable to unique project demands and rural conditions
Ability to work outdoors with exposure to outdoor conditions, heights, confined spaces, and active equipment under varied weather conditions that include humidity & seasonal temperature changes
Preferred
Preference given to applicants with either OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
Company
Cable East Inc.
Cable East was founded in 1993 and began operations with six employees. In the early years, our primary focus was in telecom construction.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase